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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP I would schedule a 504 or IEP meeting as soon as possible and push to get your child changed. The principal is going to try to say no but you can continue to push politely. A strict and structured teacher often isn't always the best fit for ADD kids. I don't why school administrators think this. A teacher who is too strict and has a harsh tone can be a a terrible fit for an ADD kid who already has esteem issues and thinks s/he is "bad" and doesn't understand why he can't sit still, remember all the directions, or complete tasks. ADD kids need someone who will keep on top of them but also redirect them appropriately not scold them. They also need a teacher who will not force all tasks to be completed if the child has already mastered the concept.

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This type of teacher was a disaster for my ADHD kid. Completely lost his confidence, hated going to school. We were in private and had to pull him out of the school because of it. Learned a big lesson which [b]is teachers that yell and are strict have the opposite effect on my child.[/quote][/b]

A teacher who runs a tight ship is not necessarily one who yells all the time. A confident teacher has command of the classroom and students know not to cross him/her. I'm not sure what the perceptions are of this teacher specifically, but remember that this profession is a labor of love for those who undertake it. Try another approach toward this teacher, such as offering classroom support or expressing your appreciation. Teachers have more demands than non-teachers can even fathom, and they vary from year, so are impossible to totally plan for.  A little encouragement and rapport go a long way. -A former teacher  :wink: [/quote]

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